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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 250 (DOOR SYSTEM, MIRROR SYSTEM & WINDOW SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCARGO DOOR ASSIST ROD REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure

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WARNING: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

Open and support the cargo door.
CAUTION: Refer to LIFTGATE ASSIST ROD NOTICE .
Using a flat bladed tool pry the retainer clip away from the ball stud socket.

Fig 1: Removing Retainer Clip From Ball Stud Socket
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Remove the upper end of the assist rods from the ball stud.

Fig 2: Removing Upper End Of Assist Rods From Ball Stud
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Remove the lower end of the assist rods from the ball stud.
Remove the assist rods from the cargo door.

Fig 3: Removing Lower End Of Assist Rods From Ball Stud
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Remove ball stud bolts.
Remove ball stud bracket.

Fig 4: Removing Ball Stud Bolts & Bracket
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.